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Azzi Fudd Ruled Out for Season After Right‑Knee Arthroscopic Procedure

The procedure sidelines the Wings’ top rookie for the final eight regular‑season games, threatening Dallas’s perimeter depth and raising fresh questions about her long‑term knee health.

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Jul 29, 2026; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Wings guard Azzi Fudd (35) during warmups before the game against the Atlanta Dream at College Park Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
Jul 29, 2026; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Wings guard Azzi Fudd (35) controls the ball against the Atlanta Dream during the first half at College Park Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • The Dallas Wings announced Wednesday that Azzi Fudd will have an arthroscopic procedure on her right knee in Connecticut early next week and will miss the remainder of the 2026 season.
  • Fudd, the No. 1 overall pick, averaged about 13.1 points in 30 games this year and led rookies in three‑pointers and steals while becoming the first rookie to win the WNBA 3‑Point Contest.
  • Her right knee has a long injury history, including ACL, MCL and meniscus tears in 2019 and 2023, which team medical staff cited as a reason for a cautious approach to treatment and recovery.
  • Dallas has slipped since the All‑Star break and has a worse record and net rating without Fudd; coach Jose Fernandez is shifting minutes to Paige Bueckers, Arike Ogunbowale and veteran guards while the team defends a slim hold on a playoff spot.
  • The Wings say Fudd will begin rehab immediately after the procedure but provided no timetable for a return, leaving uncertainty about her availability for postseason play and offseason commitments.